At Philos Therapeutic we believe in compassionate therapy and professional training for those who need care and those providing care.
A Team That Leads With Heart
At Philos Therapeutic, we believe meaningful change starts with feeling seen, supported, and understood. We provide compassionate therapy, professional training, and practical consultation rooted in real-world behavioral health work. Whether you are navigating your own healing or supporting others through theirs, with over 35 years of experience in mental health, we are here to partner with you every step of the way.
Clinical Services
We offer therapy and groups for individuals and couples, meeting you where you are with care that is both warm and clinically grounded. Whether you are carrying the weight of past wounds, navigating a hard season, or simply ready to grow, there is a place for you here. Our specialties include trauma recovery, EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, seeking safety, substance use support, farming and agriculture stress, parenting support, and Christian counseling.
Consultation
Whether you are building something new or working to strengthen what you have, we offer strategic consultation for behavioral health organizations, community-based programs, and healthcare organizations. Most-requested areas include optimizing operations, staff development and training, and culture change and toxic culture recovery.
Professional Training
We believe well-trained professionals change lives. We offer trauma-informed training for healthcare and crisis response professionals, with signature topics including therapeutic communication, verbal de-escalation, mobile crisis response team training, and Mental Health 101 for nurses and support staff new to the field.
What People Are Saying
“Over delivered, better than expected. Great workshop highly recommend it!”
Participants in A Better Way: Fight or Flight Workshop
“It gave me clear options on how to resolve uncomfortable conversations. I can use these exercises to confront problems before they fester.”
“This was a great training, very informative and professional… Thank you for your time and being thorough about situational awareness.”
Director of Nursing with a Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC)
“The whole course was phenomenal. Jess knew what he was talking about”
“I really loved today’s training. Everything was very clear and understandable. Memorable training for us to use in our everyday lives.”
“Your training was really knowledgeable, useful in daily routine. We really appreciate your time and training you offered to us.”
“Wonderful training full of examples and best-practices”
“I realized a lot of things I could have done differently.”
“I will pay more attention to how I’m responding to the behavior as opposed to trying to control the situation.”
“This was an excellent training! I wish we could have had more time with verbal deescalation.”
“Great class! Great energy! Great information!”
Let’s Work Together
Whether you’re looking for personal healing or professional growth, Philos Therapeutic is here to support your journey. We’re honored to walk alongside individuals, couples, and healthcare teams alike.
2750 G St., Ste E-1; Merced, CA 95340 ~ (209) 259-0523
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Philos Therapeutic a LCSW Corporation 